Lying isn't smart especially since the conviction wouldn't affect your ability to make Aliyah. The dishonesty is a bigger problem than the conviction.

I got caught shoplifting at macys in july, i was on vacation will this affect me in anyway from entering the USA,

Sounds like you received an ACD which means that the case was dismissed and sealed and that you don't have any criminal record. It really shouldn't...

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Can I plea not guilty?

You can definitely plead not guilty.

Need suggestions of #1 - legal agencies in Niag. cty - #2 - to find a pro bono lawyer to take on a 440 hearing - for an appeal.

You will be hard pressed to find an attorney to take on such a matter pro bono. If the defendant really doesn't have any money the court will...

How long will it take for the system to appoint me an abt lawyer in a criminal case ?

If you are eligible the court will appoint a lawyer for you at arraignment or on the first court date thereafter.

I got a " Juror Qualification Questionnaire" in the mail? do I have to answer it? Is it a crime to ignore the questionnaire?

Yes

Once you leave the country you will be subject to the laws of the jurisdiction you are residing in.

Should I expect criminal charges?

I generally advise clients to ignore these civil demand letters. You don't owe them anything. In order for you to owe them something they would...

Should I expect criminal charges?

I generally advise clients to ignore these civil demand letters. You don't owe them anything. In order for you to owe them something they would...

Probation was terminated in 2005 and restitution was never converted to civil judgement? Do I still have to pay the restitution?

They probably could still pursue collection of the restitution (whether or not a civil judgment was entered). Contact a CO attorney and /or repost...